About the book
Whatever you call them—crayfish, crawfish, or crawdads—these small crustaceans are a vital piece of the larger ecosystem, and though they're found nationwide, the American Southeast and Appalachia are among the most biodiverse places for these animals. Biologist and crayfish expert Zackary Graham takes readers on an informative journey, following crayfish from the coalfields of Central Appalachia to the spring-fed water of Northern California, and in roadside ditches everywhere in between. He discusses crayfish habitats—the muddier the better—anatomy, and coloration, which runs the gamut from dull grays to vivid blues, reds, and even bright white.
Most important, Graham shows how necessary crayfish are to our ecosystem and rallies a call for protection as nearly 200 of the 400 unique species of crayfish in the United States are threatened by development, pollution, and other human-made factors. A love letter to a common crustacean, this book shows nature lovers that crayfish are diverse, important, and in need of our help.
Editions of Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781469685731
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469685748
- PDF
- ISBN 9781469685755
Read an Excerpt
Whatever you call them—crayfish, crawfish, or crawdads—these small crustaceans are a vital piece of the larger ecosystem, and though they're found nationwide, the American Southeast and Appalachia are among the most biodiverse places for these animals. Biologist and crayfish expert Zackary Graham takes readers on an informative journey, following crayfish from the coalfields of Central Appalachia to the spring-fed water of Northern California, and in roadside ditches everywhere in between. He discusses crayfish habitats—the muddier the better—anatomy, and coloration, which runs the gamut from dull grays to vivid blues, reds, and even bright white.
Most important, Graham shows how necessary crayfish are to our ecosystem and rallies a call for protection as nearly 200 of the 400 unique species of crayfish in the United States are threatened by development, pollution, and other human-made factors. A love letter to a common crustacean, this book shows nature lovers that crayfish are diverse, important, and in need of our help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad about?
Whatever you call them—crayfish, crawfish, or crawdads—these small crustaceans are a vital piece of the larger ecosystem, and though they're found nationwide, the American Southeast and Appalachia are among the most biodiverse places for these animals. Biologist and crayfish expert Zackary Graham takes readers on an informative journey, following crayfish from the coalfields of Central Appalachia to the spring-fed water of Northern California, and in roadside ditches everywhere in between. He discusses crayfish habitats—the muddier the better—anatomy, and coloration, which runs the gamut from dull grays to vivid blues, reds, and even bright white.
Most important, Graham shows how necessary crayfish are to our ecosystem and rallies a call for protection as nearly 200 of the 400 unique species of crayfish in the United States are threatened by development, pollution, and other human-made factors. A love letter to a common crustacean, this book shows nature lovers that crayfish are diverse, important, and in need of our help.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Nature and the natural world: general interest > Wildlife: general interest
Where can I read a sample of Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781469685731
How long is Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad and how many pages does it have?
Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad has 232 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad?
Zackary A. Graham
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Crayfish, Crawfish, Crawdad is available as paperback(ISBN 9781469685731) and ebook(ISBN 9781469685748) and pdf(ISBN 9781469685755)
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